Interview with Ian Lucey (Lucey Technology)
Episode description
Ian Lucey's Startup Story (Interview Highlights):
What Lucey Technology and The Lucey Fund do - the types of startups they are investing in right now.
The 'learning curve of doing'- Ian's experience of building an IT system for a charity and what he was surprised to learn.
Ian's recommendations for raising finance; using the government supports, tax refund schemes and knowing what's available.
The startup mindset vs. the reality of business; Ian tells us some pitfalls to watch out for once you're in business.
Smoke test your business!! This is critical for a startup and cannot be underestimated! And investors want to know if you've done it!
Knowing when to fold! Ian gives us an example of how he sees this as a success.
Ian tells us his experience of micro investments and what types of small businesses he is currently investing in.
Cloud computing - Ian shares his thoughts on why cloud computing has the capacity to revolutionise any kind of business.
Ways to get in contact with Lucey Technology and The Lucey Fund, maybe they can help your startup!